I was introduced to music at an early age by my parents, who have always been true supporters of traditional country music. Not only was country music always playing on the car radio but my dad was and still is a tremendous lead guitar man. Some of my fondest memories revolve around jam sessions that my dad was involved in with my uncle and other family members and friends. Another thing that I unknowingly became aware of during those times was that for every great song there is bound to be a great songwriter. Whether it be for an unforgettable melody or thought provoking lyrics, the songwriter always shared equal billing among the music lovers I grew up around.
I started playing the guitar in high school and while I was struggling with those first guitar chords I also stumbled upon an eight track tape in my older brothers collection that I think had more to do with me trying to write songs than anything else. It was Prime Prine by legendary singer songwriter John Prine. I couldnt get enough. I played it over and over until I knew most of the words to all of the songs. This was also very beneficial in my guitar playing as I learned the chords and tried to accompany myself while singing the lyrics. It wasnt to long after that that I began to pay more attention to other songwriters and began making up lyrics myself. Since that time Ive been hooked on songwriting.
In the winter of 2003 I recorded my first CD. The CD contains 10 of my original tunes and has been a wonderful experience for me from start to finish. I try to get out once a month or so and play these songs and try out new ones I have been writing also. I love to play to attentive audiences who listen to the lyrics and I look forward to getting to do that more in the future.
Don, Sounded great at the Blenny last week! I'm playing at the Galley in Marietta this Saturday (April 26th) at 9pm. I'd Love to see you there! Hope all is well Todd
Don Baker
Hey! I'm back from the tour, and i made a little video of some of the highlights of 2006....complete with an encounter i had with a Japanese toilet!! If you get a chance....you can see it on youtube....click here to watch it. Anyway, take care and i hope to see you somewhere on the road....i hit it again in May!
Kevin
Don Baker
Happy New Year!!! I hope Santa was nice to you this year, and that 2007 is a great year. We have been braving the gail force winds and snow here in Scotland.......and are heading to Ireland today.
Here is a little video i made of the guys in the band..for a New Year's Day laugh. laugh!...the Shawn Byrne bit will crack you up! Click here to watch it. Anyway, take care and hope to see you soon! Kevin
Man, Fifty Dollar Huffy is one of the best songs I've heard from a local artist!! I've always liked it!!! Hope to see you out somewhere soon. Hey, if you get a chance, pop on over to my site - I've posted some lyrics. Demos coming soon.
